Fairfax Virginia An Ordinance Amending Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions

• Category: Government - Ordinances and Codes
• State: Multi-State
• County: Fairfax
• Control #: US-M-9591
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This is a sample of Municipal Codes when dealing with an ordinance amending historic landmark preservation provisions. This may be used across the United States. Fairfax, Virginia is a historic city located in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It is known for its rich history, which is evident in its numerous historical properties and landmarks. To ensure the preservation and protection of these valuable sites, Fairfax has implemented an ordinance known as the Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions. The Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions in Fairfax, Virginia, aim to safeguard the city's historical heritage by establishing regulations and guidelines for the conservation and maintenance of historically significant properties. This ordinance plays a crucial role in maintaining the identity and cultural integrity of Fairfax while allowing for appropriate development and growth. One of the key aspects of the Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions is the establishment of the Fairfax Historical Preservation Commission (FHC). This commission serves as an advisory body, consisting of appointed members with expertise in architecture, history, and preservation. The FHC is responsible for reviewing and evaluating applications related to the designation of historic properties or landmarks within the city. Under the ordinance, there are different types of Fairfax Virginia Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions. These categories include: 1. Designation of Historic Districts: This provision outlines the process for designating specific areas in Fairfax as Historic Districts. These districts encompass a collection of properties and landmarks that possess significant historical, architectural, or cultural value. 2. Individual Property Designation: This provision allows individual buildings or sites in Fairfax to be designated as historic properties or landmarks. The criteria for such designation include architectural significance, historical associations, or cultural importance. 3. Preservation Easement: This provision encourages property owners to voluntarily protect their historically significant properties by entering into a preservation easement agreement. This agreement restricts the alteration or demolition of designated structures, ensuring their preservation for future generations. 4. Demolition Review Process: This provision aims to prevent the indiscriminate destruction of historical buildings or landmarks. It establishes a thorough review process for proposed demolitions, requiring property owners to obtain appropriate permits and demonstrate justifiable reasons for demolition. 5. Historic Overlay Districts: These districts overlay existing zoning regulations and provide additional protections and design guidelines specific to historically significant areas. They ensure that any proposed changes or developments within these districts conform to established preservation standards. The Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions in Fairfax, Virginia, are crucial to maintaining the city's unique historical character. By safeguarding and preserving its cultural heritage, Fairfax ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from its rich past. Through careful monitoring and responsible development, Fairfax continues to thrive while honoring its historical legacy.

Fairfax, Virginia is a historic city located in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It is known for its rich history, which is evident in its numerous historical properties and landmarks. To ensure the preservation and protection of these valuable sites, Fairfax has implemented an ordinance known as the Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions. The Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions in Fairfax, Virginia, aim to safeguard the city's historical heritage by establishing regulations and guidelines for the conservation and maintenance of historically significant properties. This ordinance plays a crucial role in maintaining the identity and cultural integrity of Fairfax while allowing for appropriate development and growth. One of the key aspects of the Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions is the establishment of the Fairfax Historical Preservation Commission (FHC). This commission serves as an advisory body, consisting of appointed members with expertise in architecture, history, and preservation. The FHC is responsible for reviewing and evaluating applications related to the designation of historic properties or landmarks within the city. Under the ordinance, there are different types of Fairfax Virginia Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions. These categories include: 1. Designation of Historic Districts: This provision outlines the process for designating specific areas in Fairfax as Historic Districts. These districts encompass a collection of properties and landmarks that possess significant historical, architectural, or cultural value. 2. Individual Property Designation: This provision allows individual buildings or sites in Fairfax to be designated as historic properties or landmarks. The criteria for such designation include architectural significance, historical associations, or cultural importance. 3. Preservation Easement: This provision encourages property owners to voluntarily protect their historically significant properties by entering into a preservation easement agreement. This agreement restricts the alteration or demolition of designated structures, ensuring their preservation for future generations. 4. Demolition Review Process: This provision aims to prevent the indiscriminate destruction of historical buildings or landmarks. It establishes a thorough review process for proposed demolitions, requiring property owners to obtain appropriate permits and demonstrate justifiable reasons for demolition. 5. Historic Overlay Districts: These districts overlay existing zoning regulations and provide additional protections and design guidelines specific to historically significant areas. They ensure that any proposed changes or developments within these districts conform to established preservation standards. The Historic Property or Landmark Preservation Provisions in Fairfax, Virginia, are crucial to maintaining the city's unique historical character. By safeguarding and preserving its cultural heritage, Fairfax ensures that future generations can appreciate and learn from its rich past. Through careful monitoring and responsible development, Fairfax continues to thrive while honoring its historical legacy.